Localized Giant Pseudopolyposis of the Cecum Associated with Crohn's Disease / 대한소화기내시경학회지

ABSTRACT

Pseudopolyposis occurs twice as often in ulcerative colitis as in Crohn's disease. Pseudopolypsis is divided into the followings localized multiple pseudopolyposis, localized giant pseudopolyposis, generalized pseudopolyposis and long finger-like pseudopolyps. The most serious problem is confusion with carcinoma. Indications for operation are intussusception or obstruction, radiological simulation of carcinoma. The pseudopolyp could be managed by careful follow-up with colonoscopy and multiple biopsies. We report a case of localized giant pseudopolyposis of the cecum associated with Crohn's disease, with review of relevant literature.